AQ or PQ ? - Page 4 - Blu-ray Forum

progers13 · 06-11-2010, 07:18 PM

AQ - without question

markbr · 06-11-2010, 07:20 PM

I'm going with AQ. I love sitting there being shocked by my rears, Blu-Ray offers superb sound and is crystal clear, I do like a good picture but I'm more of an audio buff myself.

progers13 · 06-11-2010, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 42041

I don't know what a "bad sounding" disc is. Audio is relatively foolproof. I've seen plenty of bad looking discs though.

??? I could name you plenty of discs where the audio is subpar and the PQ is outstanding. To start off, one of my favorite movies (which has yet to receive a proper track in lossless audio): Shooter

Mr. J · 06-11-2010, 07:23 PM

I think the majority of people with decent audio equipment will vote for audio quality. I wonder how many people voted for Picture Quality with a nice Audio set-up

42041 · 06-11-2010, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jayvo

I think the majority of people with decent audio equipment will vote for audio quality. I wonder how many people voted for Picture Quality with a nice Audio set-up

I have a pretty nice audio setup. I just don't think there's much to screw up in putting audio on a disc other than not using a lossless codec, therefore making it a lesser concern.

rexinnih · 06-11-2010, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by jayvo

I consider both to be of extreme importance, but if I HAD to choose one, then it would definitely be the AQ! But thats only if I'm held at gunpoint and forced to choose one or lose my "Blu-ray Champion" status

Tough choice here also. Both are extremely important and have been a determining factor in some BD (non) purchases. Lean a little more towards AQ.

Marcus Wright · 06-11-2010, 07:28 PM

Folks, I will be honest with you.

At first, I bought my Panasonic HDTV. I had access to Hd channels and I was very impressed with improved PQ.

But when later I bought my 5.1 sound system, I was literally blown away.

Mr. J · 06-11-2010, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcus Wright

Folks, I will be honest with you.

At first, I bought my Panasonic HDTV. I had access to Hd channels and I was very impressed with improved PQ.

But when later I bought my 5.1 sound system, I was literally blown away.

I had a pretty garbage HTiB set-up before I got my Polks and a HD receiver. IT makes a HUGE difference! Had you have asked me this question a year ago, I would've said Picture Quality all the way.....

HD Goofnut · 06-11-2010, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by jayvo

I had a pretty garbage HTiB set-up before I got my Polks and a HD receiver. IT makes a HUGE difference! Had you have asked me this question a year ago, I would've said Picture Quality all the way.....

I noticed a large difference in audio as well when I upgraded my sound system, but I still feel that both VQ and AQ are equally important.

Canada · 06-11-2010, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by surfdude12

AQ by far!!!!!!!!!!!

AQ is twice as important to me as PQ.

try this: during a big battle sequence (gladiator opening, master and commander opening), mute the TV to test the PQ...

try this: during a big battle sequence (gladiator opening, master and commander opening), close your eyes to test the AQ...

Could not say it better I guess that's why the quote feature is on the forum.

markbr · 06-11-2010, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I noticed a large difference in audio as well when I upgraded my sound system, but I still feel that both VQ and AQ are equally important.

I totally agree with every word, I noticed a massive improvement when going HD, Sound is just awesome.

Mr. J · 06-11-2010, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I noticed a large difference in audio as well when I upgraded my sound system, but I still feel that both VQ and AQ are equally important.

Indeed they are. I think we can all agree on the fact that both are vital!! But the OP's question is "which one is more important?". I said before, I won't hesitate to buy a blu-ray that has 3 star PQ and 5 star AQ! But I would think a little before buying a movie with 5 star VQ and 2 or 3 star AQ (Dolby Digital)!......Thats all I'm saying!

HD Goofnut · 06-11-2010, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jayvo

Indeed they are. I think we can all agree on the fact that both are vital!! But the OP's question is "if you had to choose one"......what's more important? Like I said before, I won't hesitate to buy a blu-ray that has 3 star PQ and 5 star AQ! But I would think a little before buying a movie with 5 star VQ and 2 or 3 star AQ (Dolby Digital)!......Thats all I'm saying!

I agree with you, but I still honestly can't vote. If it were possible to choose both then I would vote.

Canada · 06-11-2010, 07:42 PM

If I had $ 30,000 to spend on a Home theater system includes audio and video I would spend about $ 25,000 on audio and the other 5 on the video.

42041 · 06-11-2010, 07:44 PM

A good mix in a lossy format still sounds a lot better than what a bad transfer of an good-looking movie looks like.

Mr. J · 06-11-2010, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I agree with you, but I still honestly can't vote. If it were possible to choose both then I would vote.

Understandable! I also feel that both are an absolute necessity! But the AQ of movies like Saving Private Ryan, The Incredible Hulk and many others are just awesome! And if the VQ for those movies were 3 stars instead of 5, then that would be something that I could live with. Not the other way around!

Marcus Wright · 06-11-2010, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I agree with you, but I still honestly can't vote. If it were possible to choose both then I would vote.

If there was an option to vote for both, than 100% of people would go for it. This thread would be meaningless anymore.

Marcus Wright · 06-11-2010, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Canada

If I had $ 30,000 to spend on a Home theater system includes audio and video I would spend about $ 25,000 on audio and the other 5 on the video.

+1 billion.
Bravo.

LordoftheRings · 06-11-2010, 08:29 PM

I didn't vote. PQ & AQ are equally important, 50% each.

* Remember in the 20s? Charlie Chaplin era? ...No sound, just the occasional live piano.
* CDs/LPs? ...Can you see the band while listening to a CD or an LP?

Mr. J · 06-11-2010, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by LordoftheRings

I didn't vote. PQ & AQ are equally important, 50% each.

* Remember in the 20s? Charlie Chaplin era? ...No sound, just the occasional live piano.
* CDs/LPs? ...Can you see the band while listening to a CD or an LP?

Thats really not a good comparison. For one, back in the 20's (Black and White TV) thats just what it was! Thats what it was supposed to be!

CD's are meant to be listened to! Thats just what it is. Artists don't put out albums for you to view on TV, they put them out to be listened to!

Blu-rays in general are known for BOTH PQ and AQ!

View Poll Results: PQ or AQ?
PQ	68	69.39%
AQ	30	30.61%
Voters: 98. You may not vote on this poll

06-11-2010, 08:29 PM	#79
LordoftheRings Special Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2010 Location:Portishead ♫	Both. Equal. I didn't vote. PQ & AQ are equally important, 50% each. * Remember in the 20s? Charlie Chaplin era? ...No sound, just the occasional live piano. * CDs/LPs? ...Can you see the band while listening to a CD or an LP?

06-11-2010, 07:18 PM	#61
progers13 Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Tampa, FL Home Theater Gallery:83 Blu-ray collection:337 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:2	AQ - without question

06-11-2010, 07:20 PM	#62
markbr Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:UK. Home Theater Gallery:20 Blu-ray collection:595 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	I'm going with AQ. I love sitting there being shocked by my rears, Blu-Ray offers superb sound and is crystal clear, I do like a good picture but I'm more of an audio buff myself.

06-11-2010, 07:23 PM	#64
Mr. J Gaming Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Arkham Asylum Home Theater Gallery:6 4K collection:393 Blu-ray collection:768 DVD collection:7 iTunes collection:628 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:181	I think the majority of people with decent audio equipment will vote for audio quality. I wonder how many people voted for Picture Quality with a nice Audio set-up

06-11-2010, 07:28 PM	#67
Marcus Wright Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2010 Location:Toronto, Canada Home Theater Gallery:17 Blu-ray collection:143 Blu-ray reviews:13 Trading Score:23	Folks, I will be honest with you. At first, I bought my Panasonic HDTV. I had access to Hd channels and I was very impressed with improved PQ. But when later I bought my 5.1 sound system, I was literally blown away.

06-11-2010, 07:42 PM	#74
Canada Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Victoria, BC Home Theater Gallery:17 4K collection:306 Blu-ray collection:1204 DVD collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:42	If I had $ 30,000 to spend on a Home theater system includes audio and video I would spend about $ 25,000 on audio and the other 5 on the video.

06-11-2010, 07:44 PM	#75
42041 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Oct 2008	A good mix in a lossy format still sounds a lot better than what a bad transfer of an good-looking movie looks like.

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